Big Lots Announces Store Closures Amid Economic Challenges

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Big Lots, a discount retail chain, has announced plans to close between 35 and 40 stores this year, despite opening three new locations. This decision comes amid declining…

The 10 Most Iconic Ice Cream Parlors at the Jersey Shore Are Also the Best Ones

Summer at the Jersey Shore is synonymous with sun, sand, and of course, ice cream. From traditional scoops to innovative treats, the Shore has a wealth of ice cream parlors that are…

Wall Township Police Blotter: Here’s What’s Happening

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Wall Township Police Department reported several incidents over the period from July 2 to July 4, 2024, involving arrests for various offenses including driving while intoxicated, obstruction…

Brick Woman, Teacher Charged for Sexual Relationship With High School Student

FREEHOLD, NJ—Julie Rizzitello, a former teacher at Wall Township High School, has been arrested on charges of sexual misconduct with a student, according to a joint announcement by Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond…

Gunman Who Shot Man in Face in Jackson Arrested

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ—The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office has announced charges against Michael Vulpis, 26, from Freehold Borough. He faces multiple charges including Attempted Murder following an incident on June 27 in Jackson…

What’s Going on in Brick: Three People Arrested for Crimes Against Children

BRICK, NJ – Three people have been arrested in Brick Township this week for crimes against children, but what makes these incidents harder to swallow is that two of them were people…

Bob’s Stores Files Bankruptcy, Liquidation of New York and New Jersey Stores

FREEHOLD, NJ – Bob’s Stores (“Bob’s”), a subsidiary of GoDigital Media Group, announced that the company will close all of it’s Bob’s locations and liquidate all inventory, as part of the Chapter…

West Long Branch Firefighter Faces Charges for Record Tampering

Freehold, NJ – A firefighter from West Long Branch has been charged with multiple criminal offenses related to the falsification and destruction of official records, as announced by Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond…

The Jersey Shore Is Finally Getting A Dave and Busters

FREEHOLD, NJ – People have been asking for years for a Dave and Busters in the Jersey Shore region of New Jersey and it’s now finally happening. The incredibly fun sports bar-arcade…

Fourth of July Fireworks Shows to Light Up The Jersey Shore: Here’s When and Where

Fourth of July Fireworks Illuminate New Jersey’s Coast As the Fourth of July approaches, New Jersey’s coastal communities are gearing up for dazzling fireworks displays that promise to light up the night…

Major Cocaine Trafficking Ring Busted Across New Jersey

FREEHOLD, NJ — A comprehensive eight-month narcotics investigation spearheaded by the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office culminated in the arrest of 17 individuals and the seizure of drugs worth hundreds of thousands of…

Daughter of Fallen New Jersey State Trooper Graduates With Full Support of Law Enforcement Community

FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP, NJ—In a heartfelt tribute, the New Jersey State Police celebrated a poignant milestone as Julianna Castellano, daughter of the late Trooper Marc Castellano, graduated from Freehold Township High School yesterday.…

Passaic Man Arrested for Child Abuse Material Charges

FREEHOLD, NJ—Joseph S. Velazquez, 25, of Passaic, has been charged with multiple offenses related to the possession and distribution of child abuse materials (CSAM), announced Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago on…

Millions to Escape the Heat This Weekend at the Jersey Shore with Clear Blue Water

TRENTON, NJ – It’s going to be a hot weekend at the Jersey Shore, but a cool, clear blue ocean awaits millions of potential visitors from Sandy Hook to Cape May. With…

Stop and Shop Closing Stores, One Confirmed in New Jersey: Here’s What We Know

Jackson Stop & Shop to Close Due to Poor Performance JACKSON, NJ – Stop & Shop has announced it will be closing several stores in the New York and New Jersey region…

New Jersey Man Gets Maximum Sentence in Cat Torturing Case

FREEHOLD, NJ — Bani J. Mezquititla, a 19-year-old from Asbury Park, has been sentenced to five years in state prison after being found guilty of torturing and killing his pet cat. The…

Neptune Township Man Convicted for Armed Robbery

FREEHOLD, NJ—A Neptune Township man, William A. Herndon, 41, was convicted of armed robbery at a local 7-Eleven, as announced by Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago. The incident occurred early morning…

Manhunt for Hit and Run Driver Blamed for Deadly Crash in Jackson

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Jackson Township Police Chief Matthew Kunz have confirmed that a fatal motor vehicle crash, involving a bicyclist, is under investigation by…

Vehicle That Caused Deadly Hit and Run in Jackson Fled Scene

JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ — A fatal accident involving a bicyclist occurred on Farmingdale Road at noon today, prompting an extensive investigation by local authorities. The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crime Unit-Vehicular…

Cops Rescue Overdosing Driver at New Jersey DUI Checkpoint

FREEHOLD, NJ – A life-saving intervention occurred at a DWI checkpoint last Friday night when a female driver was rescued from a potentially fatal overdose. The incident took place at the Asbury…

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